Princeton's Shane making noise between the pipes

It takes a unique individual to stand between two thin pipes and let the opposition fire a five-ounce solid rubber ball in your direction.

Princeton’s Mira Shane is one of the those unique individuals.

Since she broke on the high school lacrosse scene, Shane’s ability and personality in the goal have been instrumental in the success of the Tigers.

The bigger the game the louder she bangs on the pipes and more she rises to the occasion.

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Now, with tourney time right around the corner Shane is ready.

“Tis the season,” said Shane.

The Tigers are on a nine game run and have improved to 10-2 overall and 4-2 in the Colonial Valley Conference.

One of the things that will have Shane a little more excited for the MCT’s is the chance to avenge earlier losses to West Windsor-Plainsboro North and Notre Dame.

“We are looking forward to the county tournament,” said Shane. “We want to make up for some earlier games.”

It has become a trademark of Shane’s to bang the pipes several times with her stick before facing a free position shot. Just as you can count on her to make some noise, she is just as dependable in turning away shots on the Princeton goal.

“I try to be consistent and be a rock in the cage,” said Shane. “I want to provide support for everyone else and I love it when my team supports me. The goal is consistency, though.”

There is one other trait every goalie needs and that is a short memory.

Shane’s personality is such that it doesn’t allow her time to dwell on the negative. It’s all about enjoying the challenge and the game.

“I always have fun,” said Shane. “I love to bang the pipe. I’m always having a good time and working hard for my teammates.”

Her teammates know when the game is on the line they can count of Shane to rise to the task at hand.

“I like an intense game,” said Shane. “There is nothing like the energy when you and your teammates are all working together. I always have the support of my defense and that is irreplaceable.”

It won’t be easy replacing Shane when the time comes, either.

Lawrence Making Strides

As the program continues to grow at Lawrence the Cardinals have taken some pretty impressive steps in the right direction this season.

Heading to Monday’s meeting with Ewing the Cardinals were 3-4 overall and 3-3 in the Patriot Division. Recently, they came away victorious against Hightstown.

“I extremely proud of the girls for their win over Hightstown,” said Lawrence coach Heather Phillips. “They worked so hard from the first whistle to the last. They have been working well together and it all came together.’’

It was a complete game for the Cardinals.

There were five players scoring, a steady midfield and a solid defensive game that allowed them to gain the win.

Sabrina Pascarella has been one of the Cardinals offensive standouts.

“She is an all-around player,” said Phillips of Pascarella. “She understands the game and what needs to be done. She is not hesitant to go strong to the goal.”

Pascarella has been getting a lot of offensive support from Stephanie Adamcik, who accounted for four goals against the Rams.

“She is another spark on the team,” said Phillips of Adamcik. “She is all over the place, end line to end line.”

Erika Allen has been steady in the midfield for Lawrence. Her ability to cause turnovers and create a transition game has been invaluable.

What makes it all so much better for the Cardinals future is Pascarella and Adamcik are juniors and Allen is a sophomore.

Free Position Shots

• Congratulations to Emily Kratz on her 100th goal. Kratz has been a solid player for Robbinsville throughout her career and a player that earned each goal.

• It has been a pretty good stretch for Peddie. Daniela Kelly and Phoebe Wood are two of the reasons why the Falcons are enjoying success. Another standout for the Falcons has been Larissa Nash. She had four goals in the state win over Blair on Monday to advance in the Prep A state tourney.

• Give Allentown’s Sydney Quinn credit for stepping up when needed. The Rutgers-bound senior netted seven goals in a game with Princeton. The extra effort was needed as Kali Hartshorn was sidelined with an injury.